Pope Francis came so close to death that his medical team considered stopping treatment
The medical staff looking after Pope Francis considered stopping his treatment so he could die, according to the lead doctor, while the 88-year-old pontiff was hospitalized with a drawn-out respiratory illness.
Professor Sergio Alfieri told Italian newspaper Corriere della Sera the most critical moment came on Feb. 28 when the pope had a breathing crisis and inhaled his own vomit.
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Francis left the hospital on March 23 after 38 days in hospital, the longest of his four stays since his election as pope 12 years ago. The pontiff had a number of breathing crises during his time in hospital, with Alfieri previously saying that two of them put the pope맥스카지노s life in danger.
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Francis has returned to his residence at Casa Santa Marta, where he will receive treatment including mobility and respiratory-related physiotherapy, especially for voice recovery, and engage in personal prayer, according to
Doctors also advised the pope to have 24-hour medical assistance, including oxygen therapy, and in case of any emergencies.
The pope will return to work gradually. He has shown determination to continue in post, already resuming some duties and signing documents.
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